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Shan Shui (山水) - Landscape Painting
This style emphasizes natural landscapes, particularly mountains ("shan") and rivers ("shui"). These paintings often depict towering mountains, flowing rivers, misty valleys, and ancient trees. The landscapes are usually not realistic but idealized, aiming to capture the spirit of nature rather than its exact appearance

In Shan Shui art, the landscapes are idealized rather than realistic, focusing on the emotional and spiritual impact of nature. The exaggerated forms of mountains and rivers convey a sense of grandeur and awe that might not exist in reality but resonate deeply with the viewer’s imagination. This approach allows the artist to express not just what is seen but what is felt, making Shan Shui a medium that transcends mere visual representation and taps into the viewer's deeper understanding of the natural world.